THE CREATION OF A DANCE FROM THE INTERPRETATION OF “SEVEN DEADLY SINS” IN THAI SOCIETY

Abstract

         The research named “THE CREATION OF A DANCE FROM THE INTERPRETATION OF SEVEN DEADLY SINS IN THAI SOCIETY” is creative research and qualitative research, which is a part of doctoral dissertation in the Doctor of Fine and Applied Arts Program, Faculty of Fine and Applied Art, Chulalongkorn University. The objective is to explore the form and concept findings acquired from creating a dance work which is inspired by the current situation in Thai society regarding actions of 7 deadly sins.

         The result shows that the form of creating a dance work comprises of 8 components of performance which are: 1) script, written regarding actions of the ‘7 Deadly Sins’ in the context of the current situation of Thai society and consisted of 2 acts and 7 scenes.
2) actors, selected from the Western dance skills and acting skills in conveying the emotions; 3) choreography, presented in various styles, for example; post-modern dance, classical ballet, Spanish dance, contemporary dance, jazz dance and dramatic arts; 4) property, presented in accordance to the dance work with minimal style; 5) music and sound, presented original composition with live performance; 6) costume, inspired by minimalist art; 7) space, performed in open space; 8) lighting design, using colors of light to convey emotions and stories.

Moreover, the findings of concept from creating a dance work are 1) the awareness of the ‘7 Deadly Sins’ in the context of Thai society; 2) the reflection of current problems in Thai society; 3) the conveying of message to the audience; 4) the creativity in dance; 5) the various forms of performance; 6) the design of symbol in creating a dance work; and 7) dance, music and visual art theories. The result shows the compliance and accomplishment of all research objectives.